Capesthorne Hall Cheshire – Wedding Inspiration

by Corrie McDonald | Mar 7, 2024 | Stationery, Venue Styling, Wedding Design

Capesthorne Hall Cheshire – Wedding Inspiration

This months wedding editorial comes from Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire & provides wedding inspiration filled with timeless elegance from a host of talented Cheshire suppliers. Let’s dive in!

I’m also thrilled that the editorial has been chosen to feature in the Bouquet and bells Spring 2024 issue of their bridal magazine.

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A black and white images of a bride and groom at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire

A black and white images of a bride at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire

A colour image of wedding invitations for a wedding at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire

Venue info…

Exclusively venue

Availability: Open throughout the year

Ceremony areas: So many options! Outdoor ceremony, Chapel blessings & Civil ceremony for up to 160 guests.

Reception areas: Up to 160 guests with capacity for 180 guests for evening reception in the Lakeside Venue. The Queen Anne Room offers dining for up to 80 guests.

Accommodation: On-site with a number of beautiful options!

Parking: Plenty on-site for all guests

Nearest Airport: Manchester

Venue styling highlights…

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The Queen Anne Room – With its opulent furnishings, intricate marbled fireplace & majestic atmosphere, The Queen Anne room is truly breathtaking.

An interior colour palette of soft pea green & antique gold with pops of crimson create a grand yet elegant backdrop for dining.

My approach with styling this room is definitely ‘less but better’! A muted colour palette of pale oatmeal & latte compliment the guided features throughout the room while pops of soft peach & eucalyptus to elevate the overall palette.

A colour images of a wedding table plan and welcome sign with flowers at Capesthorne Hall wedding venue in Cheshire.

A colour images of a bridal wedding bouquet by Olive Owl wedding floristry at Capesthorne Hall wedding venue in Cheshire

An images of wedding ceremony vow books at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire.

The dream team…

Photography: @withloverosephotography

Venue: @capesthorne_hall

Floristry : @oliveowlflowers

Hair: @glamm.by.sam

Make up: @cheshiremakeupco

Bridal gowns: @alongcameevebridal

Veils: @rebeccaannedesigns

Jewellery: @thelucky6pence

Rings: @london_victorian_ring_co

Suit: @peterposhsuit

Stationery & signage: @soireestudiouk Crockery: @whitehouse_crockery

Models: @jennastravelling & @virtually.wild

A wedding invitation suite flat lay with bridal accessories and shoes for a photo shoot at Capesthorne Hall.

A colour images of candle decor hire with flowers at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire

Floristry highlights….

Come back soon for inspiration from Olive Owl Floristry ; )

A colour images of a grooms floral button hole in pale pinks and sage green for a photo shoot at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire.

A colour image of a bride with a bow in her hair at Capesthorne Hall.

“Corrie’s absolute passion for the job comes across every time she styles a room at Capesthorne Hall.

Her creative flair and ‘can do’ attitude make her a joy to work with & every detail is considered, memorable & delivered to the highest standard.”

LYN NEWTON - EVENTS MANAGER, CAPESTHORNE HALL

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Venue Styling in Cheshire

by Corrie McDonald | Feb 23, 2024 | Real Weddings, Stationery, Venue Styling, Wedding Design

Venue Styling in Cheshire

Cheshire & its surrounding areas are blessed with an abundance of exquisite wedding venues & Soirée Studio has built a reputation with many of them for authentic, timeless, stylish venue styling over the past seven years…

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I’m extremely proud that Soirée Studio is a preferred supplier to some of Cheshire’s most prestigious venues including:

Iscoyd Park

Capesthorne Hall

Dorfold Hall

So what makes Soirée Studio different & how can I help you style your chosen cheshire wedding venue ?!

A black and white photo showcasing long wedding tables styled with place settings and flowers, set in a hall.

A wedding seating chart and table plan with flowers at the base.

Maximising your Cheshire venue styling budget…

I’m here to ensure each venue styling element serves a purpose & isn’t provided just because it’s trendy or a ‘wedding must’.

I work with you to squeeze the most out of your venue styling budget & guide you to choosing styling elements that will deliver the most impact in harmony with your chosen venue.

A personalised wedding place setting with menu, plates and silverware on a wooden table.

Reducing wedding planning stress…

The average modern wedding takes around 400 hours to plan & up to 50% of that time is spent with tasks involving the design & styling of your wedding day.

I know you’re mega busy with career/family/social commitments so I take on a variety of tasks to delivery your overall wedding style & free up time for you beautifully busy world:

– Design research & concept

– Supplier sourcing & management

– Product production

– Room layout & floor plans

– Venue Styling & set up

– Decor removal/take down

” Working with Corrie was one of the few elements of wedding planning that was totally smooth & hassle free; I’ll always be grateful to her for that “

Anne-Marie & Tom - Ashley, Cheshire

A colour photo showcasing long wedding tables styled with place settings and flowers, set in a hall.

Nailing your wedding venue Style…

There’s a lot inspiration out there & my couples often arrive at my door with a Pinterest board full of allll the wedding things & a general feeling of overwhelm!

My Design Service is here to expertly analyse your initial ideas & create a cohesive design brimming with your personal style while woking in harmony with your venue’s aesthetic.

“Corrie’s style, taste, talent & exceptional eye for detail meant that I could relax completely & utterly. I knew as soon as I met her that I could trust her implicitly to make our day totally beautiful. “

LUCY & MATT - MANCHESTER

One supplier for all your Cheshire venue styling needs…

Design & Styling a wedding requires multiple suppliers to bring your vision to life on the day. From tableware & linen suppliers to signage & stationery providers; the modern day wedding can often require over 10 individual creative suppliers to deliver your wedding aesthetic!

Soirée Studio is here to take the stress out of sourcing & managing all of your creative suppliers & provides everything needed to transform your Cheshire wedding venue including:

– Tablecloths & napkins

– Crockery, flatware, glassware, cutlery

– Decorative items such as candles & lanterns

– Furniture

– Lighting

– Backdrops

– Signage

– Stationery

– Floristry

A calm wedding morning…

One of the biggest challenges my couples face is early access to their Cheshire wedding venue to be able to set up in advance for the big day.

No one should be climbing a ladder in their rollers to hang decorations on the morning of their wedding day so Soirée Studio is here to do the hard graft for you!

I style your venue down to the tiniest details so your only focus is soaking up every moment with your wedding party & preparing for the day ahead.

Following your wedding, we also return to pack up all decor so you can enjoy your breakfast/hangover with your guests, without the stress of picking candle wax off table cloths or locating missing napkins.

” I was so happy that I could spend the day before the wedding & the morning relaxing & getting ready instead of worrying about table decorations & name cards etc. “

LOUISE & PETER - CHEADLE, CHESHIRE

Ok, now what?

I’m here to help you…

Get in touch

Not too sure what level of Design & venue styling support you need? Let’s chat!

To find out more, head to my contact page below or you can email me directly at [email protected]

contact me

Explore my services

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Journal credits….

Photography: www.withloverosephotogrphy.co.uk, www.charlottepalazzo.co.uk, www.martadweddings.com

Floristry: www.hopeandflora.co.uk, www.sassflower.co.uk,

Wrenbury Hall Editorial Shoot – Autumnal wedding elegance

by Corrie McDonald | Oct 31, 2023 | Stationery, Venue Styling, Wedding Design

Wrenbury Hall Editorial Shoot – Autumnal wedding elegance

With its magnificent sandstone exterior & elegant historical features, Wrenbury Hall was the perfect setting for an editorial shoot to embrace opulence & showcase the sultry tones that define Autumn in its most elegant form.

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Couples can often find Autumn wedding inspiration a little clichéd with the overabundance of bright orange pumpkins & an overwhelming rustic theme. ew!⁠
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With a supplier dream team packed with passion, we united our skills to prove that Autumn weddings can be synonymous with sophistication & luxury, so enjoy this sumptuous photo shoot…without a pumpkin in sight! ⁠

A bride, holding a bouquet, and groom exiting a wedding ceremony with confetti thrown at them, with a row of wedding guests either side.

A bride and groom exchange vows during their beautifully styled wedding ceremony adorned with stunning flowers.

A wooden table set up with wedding styling and place settings, candles and flowers.

A wedding seating chart and table plan on a thin black wrought iron stand with flowers at the base.

A white wedding cake surrounding with wedding flowers on a wooden table.

A black and white photo of a wedding table setting with a place card and personalised menu.

A black and white photo of a table plan with flowers in front of it, showcasing elegant wedding styling.

A black and white photo of a beautifully styled wedding table place setting with clear glass plate, wedding menu and silverware.

A barn wedding featuring pink and white flowers and chairs arranged either side of the aisle and a wood stove at the front of the room on the right side.

A bride holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers.

A large bouquet of pink and white roses and greenery sitting behind a row of chairs for a barn wedding.

A table set up with white flowers and wedding styling.

A black and white photo of a white wedding cake surrounding with wedding flowers on a wooden table.

A beautifully styled long table with white flowers, candles and place settings and a table number card.

A table setting with wedding styling and silverware.

A beautifully styled wedding table set with white plates and candles.

DREAM TEAM

Design concept, venue styling, stationery & signage : Soirée Studio

Floristry: Anna Flora

Photography: Elina Davis Photography

Cake: TSP Cake

Bridal Gowns: Bellissima Brides

Hair & Makeup: Zamira Gill Bridal Hair & Makeup

Models: Oksana and Luke

Ok, now what?

I’m here to help you…

Get in touch

Not too sure what level of Design & venue styling support you need? Let’s chat!

To find out more, head to my contact page below or you can email me directly at [email protected]

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A modern, chic wedding at Dorfold Hall

by Corrie McDonald | Oct 25, 2023 | Real Weddings, Stationery, Venue Styling, Wedding Design

A modern, chic wedding at Dorfold Hall

Nestled within 800 acres of picturesque English countryside, the L’Écurie venue at Dorfold Hall exudes a chic & atmospheric ambiance. Natural light streams through the space, accentuating its modern & contemporary features; the perfect setting for Sam & Lewis’s Black tie Soirée.

When Sam & Lewis got in touch to discuss their design & styling at Dorfold Hall, I was instantly drawn by their desire to create a sleek, stylish look while still creating a laidback atmosphere for their guests.

A colour palette of champagne, almond & latte with accents of pitch black was the perfect colour combination to compliment their stylish springtime ‘black tie’ vibe.

When Sasha from Sassflower confirmed she was available to join forces & provide her floral expertise, I knew it was going to be a truly spectacular venue transformation! Sasha’s passion & unique floral designs continue to amaze me, not to mention her attention to detail & dedication to ensure every bloom looks flawless on the day.

Enjoy swooning over Sam & Lewis’s stunning photos which were expertly captured by Marta D Weddings & I hope their day provides you with some inspiration for your own Soirée!

” Corrie we could not thank you enough for getting the special little touches to shine out & recommend the best use of our space.

I 100% would recommend Corrie to anyone looking for someone to style an event or wedding! From the get go she was all ears, ideas and piecing together a display of us as a couple!

Corrie worked so closely with our other suppliers who truly seemed to make the dream team & our day will be one to go down in wedding history. Thank you so much for all your hard work x “

SAM & LEWIS

DREAM TEAM

Design concept, venue styling, stationery & signage : Soirée Studio

Floristry: Sassflower

Photography: Marta D. Weddings

Planning: Fabulous Together

Catering: The Cheshire Dining Experience

Cake: The Frostery

Ok, now what?

I’m here to help you…

Get in touch

Not too sure what level of Design & venue styling support you need? Let’s chat!

To find out more, head to my contact page below or you can email me directly at [email protected]

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The Discovery Call – What to expect

by Corrie McDonald | Oct 11, 2023 | Venue Styling, Wedding Design

The Discovery Call – What to expect

The discovery call is an essential part of planning your design, venue styling & stationery and helps you to offload any styling stresses you may be experiencing.

We will chat through any initial inspiration you have, look at the products & services best suited to your specific needs and I ensure you end our call with all the answers you need!

First things first… I know you’re pretty snowed under with allllll the other wedding/life to-do’s so our call won’t take long! Typically our chat will last around 15 minutes & calls are available during evenings & weekends to work around your wonderfully busy world.

here's what to expect...

Brief Intro

I’m always excited to hear about your engagement story, where you met & what you do for fun! I’l also give you a brief background of my expertise & my passion for designing & styling fabulously creative Soirée’s!

Your Initial Ideas

You may be raring to go with a Pinterest board brimming with inspiration or have no clue where to begin with a vision for your day. We will use this time during our call to explore your styling thoughts & I can share some initial suggestions. No idea is too crazy so I’m keen to learn about your lightbulb moments but if you’re totally stuck for inspiration, I’m here to guide you through the all the styling possibilities.

Service Suggestions

I will talk you through my services & suggest the right products to bring your vision to life! We will also chat through the investment you wish to make so I can be respectful of your budget when creating your proposal.

Not sure where to start when it comes to budgeting? Click here for my ultimate wedding budgeting guide!

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My Process

I’ll give you a brief timeline of my seamless process that will guide you from booking confirmation to set-up on the day. Understanding my process ensures you know what’s around the corner at every stage of your booking… the perfect tool for keeping those wedding planning worries at bay!

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Questions?

We will wrap up our call with any questions you may have or any parts of our call you wish for me to expand on.

No question is too silly at this stage so feel free to ask away.

Next Steps

I’m now armed with all info needed to create your bespoke proposal which will be sent to your as a PDF via email within 5-7 working days. You will then have one week to review your proposal & I will be available on email or the phone to answer any additional questions you may have. As soon as your proposal is sent, your wedding date is provisional held while you take time to review the details.

Book your Complimentary Discovery Call

Simply complete the enquiry form & a link to my calendar will be sent to you to choose a day/time that works best for you.

book here

THE

dreamteam

Big love to these talented souls for being part of this blog post…

Safrina Smith Photography

Marta D Weddings

The McHendry’s

Hawkstone Hall – editorial shoot

by Corrie McDonald | Sep 22, 2023 | Venue Styling, Wedding Design

Hawkstone Hall – editorial shoot

Nestled within the hills of the rolling Shropshire countryside, you will find the magnificent, Grade 1 listed, Hawkstone Hall & Gardens Estate; A truly sumptuous venue perfect for an editorial photo shoot with Charlotte Palazzo Photography & many more talented suppliers…

Ceilings gilded in gold, sweeping staircases, intricate detailed arched windows & breathtaking marbled floors; Hawkstone Hall offers a combination of heritage & modern luxury…a perfect space for Charlotte Palazzo to showcase her timeless photography style.

I was beyond excited when Charlotte invited me to be part of her editorial photo shoot aptly named “Petite Dauphine”. Her vision was to embrace the joys of romance in full bloom with a colourful yet delicate palette & a touch of French blue. Charlotte wanted to draw inspiration from the BBC TV drama Marie Antoinette but didn’t want to take anything literally from the drama, just little nods to the style & elegance. Overall the shoot was to provide a dreamy yet bold hint of French romance & hues, working in harmony with Hawkstone’s impressive interior features.

DESIGN & STYLING

The bridal gowns were a huge inspiration for me during this entire shoot so I brought elements of the exquisite embroidery design through the table linens and crockery. Other styling elements were kept very clean & minimal to create a backdrop for the dreamy floristry by Sarah at Hope & Flora Style. Sarah is quite possibly one of the calmest people I’ve ever met & watching her gracefully go about her work on the day was quite inspiring!

Hawkstone Hall Editorial // Petite Dauphine

STATIONERY

A sweeping, elegant typeface paired with bold botanical illustrations gave a timeless yet modern edge to the invitation suite & the exquisite bridal wear continued to spark my imagination!

For table stationery, I used a tactile linen cardstock for the menus to elevate the simplicity of the overall place setting.